Description
Comfort meets elegance in this French Onion Beef Casserole, blending rich caramelized onions with tender beef and melted cheese. Hearty layers promise a satisfying meal that welcomes you to savor every delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound ground beef
Pasta and Dairy:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) egg noodles
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Seasoning and Sauce:
- 1 can (10.5 ounces/298 milliliters) French onion soup
- 1 can (10.5 ounces/298 milliliters) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup French fried onions
Instructions
- Prepare an inviting casserole dish that marries hearty beef with classic French onion flavors.
- Cook egg noodles until perfectly al dente, then thoroughly drain and set aside.
- Heat a skillet and transform ground beef into a richly seasoned protein, carefully eliminating excess grease.
- Create a luxurious base by whisking together French onion soup, cream of mushroom soup, and tangy sour cream.
- Gently fold the cooked noodles and seasoned beef into the creamy mixture, ensuring every ingredient is evenly distributed.
- Transfer the combined mixture into a well-greased baking vessel, creating an even layer for consistent cooking.
- Generously blanket the casserole with a melting blend of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.
- Slide the casserole into a preheated oven and bake until the cheese becomes gloriously bubbly and slightly golden.
- Crown the dish with a crunchy layer of French fried onions, returning to the oven for a final crisp transformation.
- Allow the casserole to rest momentarily, letting flavors meld and ensuring clean, perfect servings.
Notes
- Enhance flavor by caramelizing fresh onions before adding French onion soup for deeper, richer taste profiles.
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for healthier, leaner protein options that maintain delicious texture.
- Control sodium levels by using low-sodium soups and reducing added salt, making this dish more heart-friendly without compromising taste.
- Create a crispy top layer by using panko breadcrumbs mixed with fried onions for extra crunch and golden-brown appearance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg